How Important Are Pool Pumps and Filters?

July 4th, 2013 Posted in Pool Repairs
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Pool pumps and filters play a very important role in keeping your pool clean and fresh.   What generates the power to run the filtering system of any pool is its pump. Of course, your pool filter would virtually be worthless without a motor or pump to drive it. Pool pumps today are either single speed, two speed or variable speed pumps. Generally, a two-speed pump will only switch to the higher speed when extra power is necessary, operating for the most part at the lower speed.  The lower the speed, the lower your energy bill. A variable pump has multiple speeds than can be set for different needs. If you intend to use your pump on an adjacent whirlpool or spa, or plan to attach a cleaning tool to your motor, then the variable speed option may be just for you.

Likewise, pool filters are an important and necessary part of a pool’s equipment. A filter will help to maintain your pool’s cleanliness while filtering out potentially harmful debris and chemicals. Swimming pool filters typically come in three different types: diatomaceous earth filters (DE), cartridge filters and sand filters. The DE filter provides the purest filtered water back to the pool by running the water through its internal grids coated with powder. Cartridge filters are best used for smaller bodies of water such as a spa. In sand filters, water passes through a mixture comprised of sand and pea gravel.

Whatever type of pump you may have, or type of filter, your local swimming pool service company should be able to provide you with the professional service that your existing system requires. They should also be able to steer you to alternative products that may better meet your individual needs.

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Custom Pool Construction

July 4th, 2013 Posted in Pool Construction
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As with practically everything else these days, the advantages of new computer technologies have opened up the realm of possibilities in the area of pool design, as well as building techniques. Pools are no longer either oval or rectangular, or limited to ceramic tile. The possibilities today are practically endless when it comes to designing or building your ideal pool.

Your local swimming pool contractor can custom design your pool to your individual style and specifications, as well as quality craftsmanship. Today’s indoor and outdoor pools can be designed and built  using a wide variety of high quality materials for your choosing. Pool builders can design your pool to begin with a zero depth, wade-in, entry or have an infinity pool where the edge just seems to disappear. Many people are even designing their pools to blend right in with their landscaping water feature, giving their pools the appearance of lazy rivers or grottos with waterfalls or waterslides.

Technology has also made it possible to design and incorporate some of the important maintenance aspects into the features of your pool. For instance, your pool systems can operate on wireless controls from your cell phone or with the use of timers. With pool automation, you can program your pool to monitor PH and sanitizer levels and maintain a certain temperature, while turning some features, like fiber optic or LED lights, on or off. Even your pool covers, hidden at the edge of the pool, can function automatically. Other pool systems such as in-floor cleaning systems, or salt chlorination systems, can also be automated. Be assured that your pool builder can develop an awe-inspiring design that meets your needs, and preferences, as well as your budget. 

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Chlorine Alternatives for Swimming Pools

July 4th, 2013 Posted in Pool Maintenance
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Anyone who has spent much time around swimming pools can easily recall its affects on skin, clothing, hair and even nasal passages. Chlorine can leave your skin feeling dry and itchy, your bathing suit and pool garb bleached, hair stiff and sometimes weirdly tinted green, and nasal passages completely plugged! While we all agree that chlorine is an excellent sanitizer, most of us would like to keep the pool maintained without having to use it. Today, there are chlorine alternatives available that can help to greatly reduce the amount of chlorine required to keep your pool clean.

No, it is not possible to totally remove chlorine from your pool. However, a pool service company can install an ozone generator to do much of the same sanitizing as chlorine. Commercial water parks are using ozone generators to ensure their cleanliness and safety. It is 100% natural and will greatly improve the water quality in your pool. Once you add an ozone generator to your system, you can expect to reduce the level of your chlorine use by over two-thirds.

It is also possible today to install a chlorine generator. This process requires the addition of salt to your pool, which is broken down by the generator into the sanitizing agent in chlorine. The only maintenance required with this process is to control the levels of salt and other chemicals in your pool. Don’t jump to the assumption that you’ll be swimming in salt water! The level of salt required in your pool is no more than the salt level of human tears.

Check with your local pool service company to see if they offer chlorine alternatives for your pool.

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Pool Renovations and Resurfacing Tips

July 4th, 2013 Posted in Pool Remodeling
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Much as wear, tear and weather take its toll on our buildings and infrastructures, so does it also affect your swimming pool. Long-term exposure to chemicals and the elements of mother nature, can add age to your pool, leaving it crying for a face lift and a makeover. Sitting by your tired, old, pool after a long day at work can be depressing instead of relaxing. Maybe it’s time to give yourself and your pool a new look. Your pool and its surroundings are a reflection of your individual tastes and creativity. It can also be an extension of your home’s entertainment space and should blend with the style of the rest of your home.

Whereas once there were very few pool designs to choose from and little variation on materials that could be used, today there is a wide varietyof attractive pool designs and materials available. High quality materials are commonly used to renovate swimming pools (such as marble or porcelain tiles), and, when combined with the newest building techniques, you can have the pool of your dreams, while working within your budget and matching the architecture of your home.

Other aspects such as lighting and landscaping can also add to the look and feel of your pool area. However, don’t fret about the details of your pool remodel or renovation. Instead, contact your local swimming pool professional contractor and let their experienced design team create a new look right before your eyes. Your local swimming pool remodeling professional should be able to help you transform your existing backyard pool into an outdoor getaway to be enjoyed for years to come.

 

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Pool Service Provides Safety

July 4th, 2013 Posted in Pool Service
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Stop! Don’t jump into that pool, yet! Yes, winter was long and now it is beautifully warm, just right for a swim. But, if your pool has not yet been serviced, it is not ready to be enjoyed. Don’t allow the potential of harmful bacteria to affect your family, friends and neighbors. Have your local swimming pool professional out to service your pool and keep it maintained according to the highest of industry standards for healthy and safety.

Pool service packages can vary in frequency, based on your needs or preference. During a scheduled service, a technician should vacuum clean the entire pool and test for appropriate levels of chemicals in the pool water.  They can then make whatever adjustments appear necessary at that time. They will also clean the filter and make sure that your pool equipment is functioning correctly.

Your pool’s perimeter decking should be cleaned and inspected by the technician for any cracks or chips. If during your service the technician notices a problem, options for repair or replacement will be discussed. Often, repairs can be made by the technician during that scheduled maintenance service visit. You’ll find that most technicians carry a full supply of chemicals, repair tools, and various parts for most brands of pool equipment.

It is always preferable to spend time and money for the maintenance of something of value, rather than allowing it to fall into such a state of neglect that requires expensive repairs. Relax with ease and peace of mind as you entertain in your own backyard paradise, knowing that your local professional pool service company is maintaining the health and safety of your pool.

 

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